Senior Event IT Engineer

Red Bull; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Bull is seeking a Senior Event IT Engineer to deliver top-notch IT support across various operations during the Formula 1 season. This role encompasses everything from preparing for events to providing live support and managing logistics, ensuring that Red Bull Racing operates flawlessly throughout the season. Ideal candidates will possess a strong technical background, thriving under pressure while delivering exceptional service and support.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• Ability to resolve 1st to 3rd line IT issues independently.
• Experience with configuring and troubleshooting servers and networks.
• Knowledge of Windows, Linux, and virtualization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support IT systems for race and test events, ensuring high performance.
• Provide end-user support and maintain call logs.
• Manage event logistics including freight coordination and scheduling.

Skills

IT Support

Troubleshooting

Server Configuration

Network Configuration

Windows Systems

Linux Systems

VDI Platforms

LAN/WAN Networking

Job description

Behind every race-winning team is a world-class support network. Our business functions drive efficiency, innovation, and performance, ensuring success on and off the track. If you’re motivated, skilled, and ready to be part of something extraordinary, we want to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Senior Event IT Engineer to provide expert 1st to 3rd line IT support and infrastructure services across our Track, Factory and Race Operations Rooms throughout the Formula 1 season.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in delivering seamless event support, including pre-event preparation, live event coverage, post-event IT turnaround, sea freight coordination, and support for test and filming days.

Main responsibilities of the role:

• Set up, operate, and support IT systems for race, test events, and OPS rooms, ensuring high performance, availability, and reliability.

• Provide effective end-user support, resolving incidents promptly and maintaining accurate call logs to a high professional standard.

• Lead and contribute to IT projects related to trackside operations, race environments, and both RBR and RBPT OPS rooms.

• Manage event logistics, including air and sea freight coordination, packing, scheduling, and CARNET management.

• Liaise with third-party providers to coordinate installations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure smooth delivery.

• Support IT security controls, produce user and support documentation, assist with event turnarounds, and attend operational meetings.

Essential attributes for success:

• Proven ability to independently resolve 1st to 3rd line IT issues in remote, high-pressure environments.

• Hands-on experience with configuring and troubleshooting servers, networks, storage, and end-user devices.

• Solid working knowledge of Windows (client and server), Linux systems, and VDI platforms.

• Familiar with LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN networking, as well as virtualisation and containerisation technologies.

• Comfortable supporting and maintaining hardware across laptops, PCs, and servers.

Keen to be part of the team that keeps everything ticking behind the scenes at Red Bull Racing? Join our Support Functions and you won’t just get a great role - you’ll enjoy some seriously good perks too including:

• Bonus scheme

• Private healthcare

• A pension scheme

• On-site gym

• Free daily food allowance

• And many more!

Like the sound of it? Come be part of something exciting. Let’s make amazing things happen - together.

At Red Bull Technology Group, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We celebrate every success – together - and know that trust and collaboration are what drive us forward as one team.

We’re committed to building a workplace where everyone can thrive, no matter their background or identity.

Diversity fuels creativity, and inclusion unlocks potential. That’s why we actively foster a culture where you can bring your full self to work, feel you belong, and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Posting End Date Mon, 7 Jul 2025